2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 775 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
